Asbestos Services

Risk Assessment, Consultancy, Training

The main law related to asbestos is the Control of Asbestos regulations 2012, more commonly known as the CAR 2012.

CAR 2012 applies to virtually all non-domestic buildings, and if you own, manage or operate a building it is your responsibility to make sure the workplace meets the required standards.

RM Risk Management has an experienced team of asbestos survey professionals who are able to carry out comprehensive building surveys that will identify the presence of asbestos. Our surveyors are all holders of the BOHS (British Occupational Hygiene Society) P402 qualification – the statutory proficiency certificate in ‘Building Surveys and Bulk Sampling for Asbestos’.

Our surveys and sampling techniques for suspected Asbestos Containing Materials (ACMs) are carried out in accordance with the requirements of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidance documents “HSG264“ Asbestos: The survey guide and “HSG227” A comprehensive guide to Managing Asbestos in premises.

HSG264 defines two types of asbestos survey that can be undertaken for locating and assessing the condition of ACMs: Management Surveys and Refurbishment and Demolition Surveys.

Asbestos Management Survey

An Asbestos Management Survey is required to manage ACM during the normal occupation and use of premises.

Asbestos Refurbishment & Demolition Survey

A Refurbishment / Demolition Survey is required where the premises, or part of it, need upgrading, refurbishing or demolishing.

Asbestos Re-Inspection Survey

If you already have an Asbestos Management Survey for your property, we are able to provide an Asbestos Re-inspection Survey to check the condition of any identified ACMs. We provide this survey nationwide for Commercial Offices, Industrial Estates, Retail Parks, Shopping Centres, Schools, Residential Care Homes and HMOs. If you are interested in a quote for a single property or portfolio, please get in touch.

Our Asbestos Team

Dr Tony Fogarty

Managing Director

Tony has extensive knowledge in both the fire and safety sector, having written two academic papers on Fire Safety. He is a Chartered Safety Practitioner, a Nationally Accredited Fire Risk Assessor and a Level 3 Fire Investigator. Tony possesses a well-rounded understanding of both the fire and safety industries. He is also a Fellow of the prestigious Institute of Fire Safety Managers (IFSM). He is frequently invited as a guest speaker on specialised topics, has participated in numerous steering groups, and has regularly written articles for publication.

Specialist Areas

  • Expert Witness
  • Fire Safety Specialist
  • Fire Investigator
  • Safety Expert
  • Integrated Disaster Management
  • Recovery and Reconstruction Management
  • Advanced Incident Command System for Complex Incidents
  • Research & Data Analysis For Disaster Management
  • Leadership in times of crisis
  • Adult Education Teacher
  • Researcher
Matt Collins

Consultant

Matt joined RM in 2011 as an apprentice, with the goal of becoming a consultant who could deeply understand and meet the specific needs of our clients in the property management sector. Over the years, he has grown into a highly respected and knowledgeable team member, with a comprehensive understanding of our business operations. Matt regularly conducts multi-disciplinary audits and visits client sites, ensuring the highest standards are met. A Graduate Member of IOSH, he is now working towards achieving Chartered status, having recently completed his final formal qualifications.

Matt is on the Tier 2 Competent Fire Risk Assessors Register. Tier 2 is a list of individuals who have been mentored, have completed an examination held by The Institute of Fire Safety Managers and have been deemed competent to carry out fire risk assessments on buildings ranging from simple / less complex to medium complexity and normal risk.

Ethan Fletcher

Health and Safety Consultant

Ethan joined RM in 2020 as an Apprentice Health and Safety Assessor and has quickly made impressive strides in his role. By actively shadowing our experienced consultants and taking on a range of responsibilities, Ethan is rapidly building his expertise in the field. In addition to completing numerous in-house and online training courses, he has earned key industry certifications, including the IOSH Managing Safely certificate, the NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety, and the FDIS Diploma in Fire Doors. Ethan’s commitment to professional growth and his enthusiasm for health and safety make him a valuable member of the team.